The LEGO Group has announced new Editions models inspired by famous footballers, featuring both minifigure and statue formats. Upcoming sets include Football Highlights of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, among others, plus Football Legends statues of the same players. These models focus on display rather than playability, designed for older children and collectors.
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BrickLink Designer Program Series 10 LEGO sets announced
BrickLink Designer Program Series 10 will introduce five new fan-designed LEGO sets in February 2027, including The Joust, Firehouse, Space Café, Wild West Train Station, and Kiosk. The initiative allows fan submissions to become limited edition sets, with Series 8 preorders in June and Series 11 submissions opening in April.
LEGO Jurassic Park 77985 Dinosaur Fossils: Triceratops revealed
The LEGO Group will release 77985 Dinosaur Fossils: Triceratops, joining 77984 Jeep Wrangler as part of its 18+ Jurassic World series. The set features 1,154 pieces, a display base with a plaque, and includes a minifigure of Dr. Gerry Harding. Release date and price are yet to be announced.
LEGO Jurassic Park 77984 Jeep Wrangler and Triceratops Skeleton announced
The LEGO Group has unveiled the Jurassic Park 77984 Jeep Wrangler, created in collaboration with Ford, alongside a new Triceratops Skeleton set. The Jeep model, featuring 1,924 pieces, pays homage to the classic movie and includes an East Dock sign. Details on release date and pricing are pending, with preorders expected soon.
LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket takes off
The LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket set has been announced, featuring 1,283 pieces and six minifigures including Tintin and Captain Haddock. Based on classic Tintin stories, the set is priced at £139.99 and launches on April 4. The design reflects a close collaboration between the LEGO Group and Tintin's publisher to replicate iconic features from Destination Moon and Explorers on the Moon.
LEGO Super Mario minifigures coming in 2027
LEGO Group and Nintendo will launch LEGO Super Mario minifigures in 2027, addressing long-standing fan demand since the introduction of licensed Nintendo sets. The announcement follows the opening of preorders for the next new LEGO Super Mario collectible Mario Kart set. Many of the current Super Mario play sets are retiring, suggesting minifigure scale will be the future.
The LEGO Group reports massive increase in revenue and profits for 2025
Once again, the LEGO Group has reported increased revenue and profits for 2025, with significant increases as sales grew by 16%. The LEGO Group has increased its revenue by 12% to 83.5 billion DKK (approx. £9.7 billion / $13 billion),…
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LEGO SMART Play Star Wars demo with the designers
The LEGO Group has introduced SMART Play and the SMART Brick in new Star Wars sets, enhancing play through interactive features like battles and character actions. Key designers demonstrate the technology, which integrates with models to create engaging experiences. Eight new sets have launched, with three including the SMART Brick, enriching play for children who want to explore the Star Wars galaxy.
How LEGO play tests work – the SMART Brick in action
LEGO Senior Interaction Designer Rina Shumylo explains the concept of playtesting and demonstrates how it works in practice. At Bricktastic Manchester 2026, LEGO Senior Interaction Designer Rina Shumylo took the stage to demonstrate how the LEGO Group thoroughly test all…
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